Fire Alarm Installation technician

Nutech Fire Alarm & Security; Downey (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

NUTECH FIRE ALARM AND SECURITY is recruiting for a Fire Alarm Installation Technician to join our Greater Los Angeles team. This full-time role involves installing and servicing fire alarm, nurse call, security alarm, CCTV, data, and access systems, with emphasis on code compliance and quality execution.

Ideal candidates will have prior installer experience, a current state fire card or be a registered apprentice, and a strong willingness to work across multiple projects with a customer-focused

Qualifications

• Must have prior Fire Alarm Installer experience.
• Current state Fire Card and/or be a Registered Apprentice.
• 3+ years of field Installation Technician experience.

Responsibilities

• Install Fire Alarm systems and related equipment per drawings.
• Perform wire pulling, mounting devices, conduit installation.
• Troubleshoot installations and perform corrections.
• Pre-test systems and conduct final AHJ testing.
• Manage on-site issues to meet project hours and coordinate with teams.
• Survey sites, consult with engineers and property managers.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Customer service

Communication

Problem solving

Team coordination

Self-motivation

Safety awareness

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Fire Alarm Installation Technician (Greater Los Angeles Area)

NUTECH FIRE ALARM AND SECURITY is a progressive alarm company servicing Southern California. We are seeking dynamic highly motivated individuals interested in financial rewards and long-term career growth. Full Time positions available for Installation Technician.

MUST HAVE PRIOR EXPERIENCE AS A FIRE ALARM INSTALLER AND HAVE CURRENT STATE FIRE CARD AND/OR BEING A REGISTERED APPRENTICE.

Position Responsibilities:

• Perform installation activities mainly on Fire Alarm Systems. But also on Nurse Call, Security Alarm Systems, CCTV, Data, Telephone, PA and card access systems.
• Install equipment per designed drawings to meet customer specifications (including wire pulling/mounting devices/installing conduit). Must be able to install conduit!
• Troubleshoot system installations and perform necessary corrections.
• Pre-test systems and perform final testing with AHJ..
• Manage issues on-site to ensure allocated project hours are met and not exceeded. Manage multiple small to large projects accurately and in an efficient manner. Identify any opportunity for change orders and sell basic product enhancements to customers. Mainly will be part of the installation team but will also service systems as needed. Evaluate and diagnose equipment that requires servicing as well as troubleshoot problems. Effectively service panels with hardwired zones or addressable systems with no supervision. Provide specific solutions and recommendations to customers on the most efficient and cost effective methods to return equipment to working order.
• May assist in performing service calls as needed.
• Survey building alarm systems, consult with building engineers and property managers and make service recommendations to ensure trouble free system performance and compliance with maintenance and testing requirements.
• Perform account maintenance to maintain and strengthen relationships, provide customer status reports, attend sales meetings, interface with commercial property managers and building engineers
• Promptly respond to customer needs in a professional and enthusiastic manner.
• Submit all required daily installation reports, service reports, billing information and correspondence in an accurate and timely matter.

Requirements:

• Installation Technician must be highly motivated and self-starter who can work independently without supervision. Must have clean driving record. Must be professionally presentable, dependable and have a positive optimistic attitude towards work. 3 or more years minimum experience of field experience as a Installation Technician within the Industry. Demonstrated proficiency in Fire Alarm and/or Security will be a big PLUS! Strong knowledge of provincial building & fire codes for inspection proposes. Strong problem-solving techniques in various electrical products. Demonstrated high level of customer service and ability to express service solutions in a clear and concise manner. Ability to lift equipment and tools up to 40lbs and climb ladders and scaffolding. Candidate must have excellent communication skills, both written and oral, be proficient in computer skills: Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook Must be organized, able to work without constant supervision, able to communicate effectively with both internal and external customers. Candidate must be able to read blueprints and visually identify system components of alarm systems. Ability to contribute and operate in a team environment and coordinate with other departments. Working knowledge of fire codes and services.
• A clean driving record / California drivers license and reliable transportation is required. (may qualify for a company vehicle)

Compensation:

• Very attractive hourly rate Healthcare Insurance Company cell phone. May qualify for company vehicle. Great personable working environment.